Alcoholism Signs and Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of alcoholism include:

• A strong, overwhelming desire to drink alcohol
• Difficulty controlling use of alcohol
• Drinking alone
• Persistent, continuing use of alcohol despite awareness of harmful effects
• Increased tolerance for alcohol
• Withdrawal symptoms when alcohol is not used
• Loss of interest in other activities
• Finding excuses to drink
• Breaking commitments and letting people down due to alcohol

Alcoholism is also sometimes referred to as problem drinking, excessive drinking, alcohol abuse or alcohol dependency.

Other information about alcoholism:

• Alcoholism Treatment at Lynwode Manor
• 12 Step Programme
• Alcoholism Family Counselling
• What is Alcoholism?
• Physical Effects of Alcoholism
• Alcoholism in the Workplace
• Alcohol Facts and Figures